Blind Sky
Kerry S. Gordon, 2014
Biblio Publishing
395 pp.
ISBN-13: 9781622491742
Summary
Faith is her Ultimate Weapon.
After brutal slayings in her home town and her mother’s murder, Sky enlists with Logue, a recruiting agency that trains assassins to kill enemies of Australian government.
And on assignment to locate Lars, a head sector in division 19, a division separate from all other divisions in Australia and one bounded by secrecy, Sky embarks on a treacherous operation and soon finds herself as the prey and becomes a target on everyone’s wanted list.
Those belonging to Division 19 live in a world with no diseases, guaranteed vitality, youth and unspeakable power and anyone threatening exposure has to be removed, and they will stop at nothing to make sure their secrets are protected.
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Author Bio
• Birth—N/A
• Where—Kingston, Jamaica
• Education—B.A., Rollins College
• Currently—Central Florida, USA
Kerry Gordon is a freelance writer for Demand Media Studios, worked twelve years in administration, management, security surveillance, and briefly as a secretary in immigration law.
She is the author of Blind Sky (2014), enjoys tea, reruns of Sex and the City, Marvel Comic book movies, yoga, trying foods from different cultures, and would like to travel more, as her destinations so far include Bonn and Cologne Germany, and Paris France.
The inspiration for Blind Sky came after watching a program on the History Channel about the Lost City of Atlantis, with many scholars, researchers and historians speculating centuries of myths, mysteries and stories of this highly advanced civilization which has been debated to exist, but suddenly disappeared and possibly underwater, fostering the birth of Blind Sky, a concept of an advanced group of citizens living on earth in a world of prestige, unimaginable power and vitality and supreme technological advancement all under immense secrecy. (From the author.)
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Book Reviews
Excitingly delicious!! One of this genre's best upcoming talents... Kerry S. Gordon is definitely one to look out for. Her writing style is crisp and unique in not only delivery but how she also reels you into her world...keeping you longing for more. It was an intense ride to say the least. I rather enjoyed myself and feel as though I know her a little better now having this experience. I wish her the very best.
~triniucf - Networx4us
Exhilarating, captivating and exciting. Kerry S. Gordon is definitely a unique writer, her style is one that captivates and keeps you wanting more. I enjoyed the intense, thrilling and exciting ride.This should be made into a movie...Awesome!!!
Cutie Sellier-Amazon
I like the high-intensity back story, depicting Sky’s days as a newly minted assassin. Whether we're in the present or the past, it seems there's always the potential for conflict. The author does a nice job of setting up sharp contrasts between the various members of the agency. It would be easy to have them all depicted as soulless killers or hyperactively aggressive, but she definitely lends each a sense of nuance that goes beyond there deadly vocation. Nicely done!
Paul Toth-Authonomy Review
Kerry’s writing is wonderful, and she does a great job jumping right into the story and the action. Everything is done so well!!!
D. Anastasia Paul- Writer
Discussion Questions
1.Describe some of the reasons Sky decides to join Logue agency, and consider why Sky keeps this a secret from her dad. Do you think it’s in Sky’s father’s best interest that she keeps this secret from him? And how does this affect their relationship?
2.How does Sky and Derek’s friendship/relationship change throughout the story?
3.What role does Galen play in helping Sky, and why does Galen’s father Herrin have a problem with Galen helping her? Are Herrin’s reasons justified as a father?
4.What are some of the confinements and regulations citizens of division 19 are subjected to? Do you find these to be morally right and acceptable?
5.Who do you think is behind or orchestrated Sky’s mother’s murder?
6.How has Sky’s, introduction into Galen’s division and revelation about Lars and her mother influence their relationship? In what ways has Sky changed or influenced the way Galen later views his division?
7. Who is the best guy for Sky, Derek or Galen? And why?
8. Sky’s view and faith changed after dealing with death. Has a life event or situation made you change or question your faith? If so, explain why your views or faith changed, and whether or not you found your way back to your faith or not.
9.Considering citizens in division 19 live in a society with no disease, vitality, immense wealth, and just about anything at their disposal (i.e. food, luxury, and technology) are the restriction, hormone regulation, and secrecy placed by the sectors and leaders justified? Is a society like this appealing to you? Why or why not? And in general, do you believe we all have to sacrifice and give up something to sustain a certain lifestyle? (An example can be taking a job with a greater salary, but time away from family, or relocating to another city or country that you don’t like, but will for the money).
10.Were you surprised, shocked, or angry at the way things ended for Sky, or the ending in general?
(Questions courtesy of the author.)